Path fx in neopltc disease, r radius, subs for fx w malunion

This code signifies a fracture of the right radius that occurred due to an underlying neoplastic (cancerous) process, and the patient is now presenting for follow-up care of this fracture, which has healed improperly (malunion). The neoplastic disease weakened the bone, leading to the fracture.

Use this code for patients with a documented pathological fracture of the right radius secondary to cancer, who are being treated for a malunion of that fracture. Documentation should clearly state the fracture's pathological origin, the specific bone involved, and the presence of malunion during a subsequent encounter.

• Ensure documentation specifies "malunion" and not "nonunion" or routine healing.
• Always sequence the underlying neoplasm code first, followed by this code.
• Verify the laterality (right) and specific bone (radius) are accurately documented.